How Suede It Is: 6 Ways to Wear the Spring’s Must-Have Shoe Trend
Suede season — that most precious and fleeting time of year, when the sun returns to grace our vitamin-D-starved souls with its abundant warmth and the sidewalks run free of slush and salt — is nearly upon us, y’all. And in 2017, designers are giving us more reason than ever to embrace the richest, plushest, supplest form of cowhide: whether you’re headed to the beach or the boardroom, we guarantee there’s a pair of suede shoes out there for you. Below, we’ve rounded up six of our favourites.
Buck Wild
As far as suede shoes go, it doesn’t get any more classic than a pair of plain-toe bucks. Modern prep master Thom Browne has rejigged the college campus staple by replacing the standard taupe with a cool, versatile shade of grey.
Thom Browne, $1,390 at Nordstrom
Basket Case
Leave it to Louis Vuitton to take something as utilitarian as an espadrille and give it an air of unabashed luxury. These guys’ll look as at home at the beach as they will topping off a tailored look at a cocktail party.
Sneak Attack
Crafted in Italy, this is about as clean and lush a pair of trainers as you’re ever likely to find.
Bit Player
Timeless loafers fit for The King.
Buckle Up
The ultimate summer business shoe. Try leaving the top buckle undone for a touch of nonchalant flair.
Double Down
Reminiscent of Big Daddy Kane’s preferred boots, these built-to-last beauties will look best alongside a stiff pair of raw selvedge jeans.
